Oro Urban Ultra

​THE ORO ULTRA

​October 31 | How far can you go?

​1. WHAT IS A BACKYARD ULTRA?

​One loop. Every hour. Until you decide you're done.

• ​Run 4.1 miles every hour, on the hour.

• ​You have 60 minutes to complete each loop.

• ​Finish early? Rest, eat, hydrate, recover, and get ready for the next hour.

• ​You can stop whenever you want after completing a loop.

• ​The event is capped at 8 loops (33mi)
  *this is not last man standing

​YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RUN ALL 8 LOOPS

​Your goal is your goal — whether that's one loop or all the way to the finish.

​2. WHAT CAN I EXPECT ON RACE DAY?

​Each hour follows the same rhythm:

​START → RUN 4.1 MILES → RECOVER → REFUEL → REPEAT

​Between loops, you'll have time to:

• ​Eat and hydrate

• ​Change layers or shoes

• ​Stretch and recover

• ​Hang out with fellow runners

• ​Mentally prepare for the next loop

​Most runners average a 12 min/mile pace during Backyard Ultras, leaving around 10 min. to recover and refuel.

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​3. WHO IS THIS FOR?

​You don't need to be an ultramarathoner.

​This event is for:

• ​First-time ultra runners

• ​Experienced runners looking for a new challenge

• ​ORO members and friends

• ​Anyone who wants to test their endurance and see how far they can go

​You can run, walk, or mix the two — as long as you make it back within the hour.

​4. WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

​12 MILES OR LESS

​Keep it simple:

• ​Comfortable running shoes + clothes

• ​Hydration

• ​Familiar snacks/fuel

• ​Electrolytes

• ​Weather-appropriate layers

• ​Phone/watch

​12+ MILES

​Consider bringing:

• ​Extra socks + shoes

• ​Change of clothes/layers

• ​Anti-chafing

• ​Additional fuel + electrolytes

• ​Recovery layers

• ​Chair/blanket for between loops
  
  *Recommended: crew for 4+ loops (this support person will assist you during your downtime between loops with water refills, gear and food prep)

​Most importantly: bring what you know works for you. Race day is not the time to experiment.

​5. THE BASICS

​Date: October 31
Location: ORO Athletic - 619 Anderson St.
Start: TBD (Tentatively planning for 6am set up, 7am start)
Loop: 4.1 miles
Maximum: 8 loops
Entry Fee: $55
Cash prize is split amongst all runners who make it to the end

​Registration opens:
ORO Members — August 31
General Public — September 1

​6. READY TO SEE HOW FAR YOU CAN GO?

​ONE LOOP. ONE HOUR. YOUR CHOICE HOW FAR.

​Come for 4 miles. Stay for 12. Push for 33.